Bolivian government rejects possibility of president's resignation amid mass protests
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Minister José Luis Lupo called the protesters' demands a coup attempt. Authorities are considering a state of emergency to restore the supply of goods.
The Bolivian government is not considering the possibility of President Rodrigo Paz's resignation despite ongoing anti-government protests and road blockades in the country. This was stated by the Minister of the Presidency, José Luis Lupo, in an interview with Reuters, reports UNN.
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According to Lupo, demands for the head of state's resignation contradict democratic principles.
"Disrespect for democratic institutions and democracy itself is equivalent to an attempted coup d'état,"
He recalled that Paz won the 2025 elections, receiving 55% of the vote.
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The government official also noted that the number of active protesters is estimated at approximately 30,000 people, while about 3.5 million citizens voted for the ruling party in the elections. At the same time, the protests, which have lasted for over a month, have led to disruptions in the supply of goods and the blocking of transport links in several regions of the country.
Government ready for dialogue but considers additional measures
Lupo stated that the authorities are primarily trying to resolve the situation through negotiations with the protesters, but do not rule out other steps to ensure the delivery of fuel, food, and medicine.
"A state of emergency or requests for international support are completely legal and legitimate and will be evaluated according to capabilities and needs,"
The protests in Bolivia are led by trade unions and supporters of former president Evo Morales, who demand the cancellation of austerity measures and action against the rising cost of living. According to Lupo, international financial institutions, including the IMF, the Inter-American Development Bank, and CAF, have expressed support for the current government.
"They understand and are sensitive to this situation,"